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1971 Map of Milner

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Milner
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

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The Yampa River valley dominates this 1971 survey, serving as a corridor for both the Denver and Rio Grande Western and significant energy extraction. The settlement of Milner sits at the river's bend, while the surrounding hills are marked by extensive industrial activity, including the Tow Creek Oil Field and numerous strip mines. Of particular interest to local historians is the Coal View (Site) and the smaller settlement of Mc Gregor, which suggest the area's legacy as a coal-producing hub.

The topography transitions from the river bottom into the broad expanse of Twentymile Park to the south. The landscape is etched with complex drainage systems like Butcherknife Gulch and Fish Creek, while several jeep trails provide access to remote oil wells. The presence of an Old Railroad Grade near the river indicates the shifting infrastructure of the region's transport network as mining operations evolved during the mid-20th century.